Pastoral Care

This important book provides information and advice to priests, ministers, pastoral workers and others in positions of leadership who need to be well-informed when helping people in their care.

David Schofield was diagnosed in June 2008 with myeloma. Here David offers his response to some of the pastoral questions that arise from incurable illness, examining the impact it has had on himself and those close to him.

An inspirational collection of prayers by the finest spiritual writers for both public and personal use. Contributors: David Adam, Nick Fawcett, Susan Hardwick, Susan Sayers and Ray Simpson.

"Keeping Faith in Practice" is an addition to SCM's growing Practical and Pastoral Theology list. Most books in this field are written by authors from various Protestant backgrounds. Catholic teachers in this field are frequently asked by colleagues...

This clear and accessible book offers a fresh perspective on the application of psychology in a wide range of pastoral activity.

Many people offer committed care – to a family member, friend, neighbour or fellow church member. The caring can last a few months or go on for years. It is frequently demanding and often rewarding. Talking about it in a supportive environment...

Those of us who have a ministry of pastoral care cannot be an expert on everything but between simple ignorance and specialist knowledge there is a place for informed help and caring.